Cost of Living in Rainier, WA
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
143.1
100 = national avg
+43.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$62,975
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$148,851
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing150.0
Food127.7
Transportation155.4
Healthcare122.2
Utilities126.6
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,682
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,960
per month
The overall cost of living index in Rainier is 143.1, which is 43.1% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 150.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $62,975 per year to cover basic expenses.